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The “Cost of applying to Medical Residency” is a very important topic to know before the application. In this post, I will explain this topic, focusing on the most important variable to consider which is “how many programs are we planning to apply”.
It is very difficult and unclear how many programs should IMG’s apply to, therefore, it is imperative that we assess our own possibilities based on our background, USMLE scores, letters of recommendation, and clinical experience in the United States. The number of programs that an IMG should apply is not a settled rule. In my experience, It seems that most IMG’s may apply around 100 to 200 programs. But again, there’s no such thing as a rule of how many programs to apply.
There are several things to consider in your budget regarding the expenses of the application. However, the cost directly related to this process is described in the following table:
As you can note, the cost varies mostly depending on the number of programs that you wish to apply. Therefore, this table can help you plan ahead your budget or can help you understand your chances of application if your budget is already settled and fixed. The ERAS token is the only fee not mandatory to pay. However, getting your token for the residency season and preparing early your application is highly recommended.
Thank you for reading my post. If you have any question or comment, please let me know. Plan ahead and good luck in your demeanors.
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